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H Beard Print Collection, by Peter, Sir Lely, 1674

H Beard Print Collection

Peter, Sir Lely

1674

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

H Beard Print Collection is a 1674 by Peter, Sir Lely, a Baroque work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Peter, Sir Lely
When & what style?
1674 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This print shows a woman, Margaret Hughes, in a detailed outfit. She's the main figure in the scene. The print is from the 1670s, which is interesting because it was a time when portraits were very popular, and artists were experimenting with new ways to show people's personalities and status through their clothes and surroundings. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Lely, Peter, Sir.

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